Entire home

Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4

Photo gallery for Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4

Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
BBQ NOT AVAILABLE - NEW COUNTY CODE - BBQ NOT AVAILABLE - NEW COUNTY CODE

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Carnelian Bay, California
  • North Tahoe Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Northstar California Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4

King Bed
Sofa Bed - Queen

Get ready to enjoy all the comforts of home in this recently updated one bedroom plus loft townhome with room to sleep four guests. Located in the Carnelian Woods complex in Carnelian Bay—make yourself at home in the vacation spot near everything!

Plenty of natural light, knotty-pine ceilings, and gleaming hardwood floors add to Driftwood’s ambiance. Put your feet up and relax on the comfortable sofa while you watch TV by the cozy river rock fireplace. Wi-Fi keeps you connected. Or go outside and take in the forest views.

The well-equipped kitchen with stainless-steel appliances is open to the living room, with plenty of counter space and seating for five at the granite breakfast bar. Everything you need to prepare a hearty breakfast, a quick snack, or a home-cooked dinner can be found here and the dishwasher makes clean up a snap.

BBQ - Not Available - New County Regulation

The main bedroom on the entry level has a king-size, custom log bed and large flat panel TV. Unwind in the walk-in shower in the adjacent bathroom—with Travertine tile, granite countertops, and more.

You can pack light, Driftwood has a washer and dryer for your convenience.

Head upstairs to the loft, which features a leather sofa and large TV. The half-bath is located on this level as well.

The grounds outside feature lovely landscaping, and there is so much to do, you'll have a hard time deciding: a game of tennis, swimming in the seasonal pool, soaking in the hot tub, playing billiards at the clubhouse, taking on the parcourse, or hiking and biking on the trails right at Carnelian Woods.

This unit is one of the closest to the lake and your home away from home is in Carnelian Bay, where all north Lake Tahoe is right at your doorstep! Stroll down to Magic Carpet mini golf or check out Waterman’s Landing, located at Patton Landing Beach, a 3-acre, pebbly beach known for stand-up paddling.

To experience Lake Tahoe gambling and nightlife, Incline Village and Nevada's historic casino Crystal Bay are a short drive away, just across the state line.

Closer to home, you'll find superb dining options right in town like Gar Woods Grill and Pier for steaks and fish, the Old Post Office Coffee Shop for hearty breakfasts, and CB's Pizza for hand-tossed pies and beer.

You're only 10-12 miles from three great ski resorts—Northstar, Alpine Meadows, and Squaw Valley. Whether you prefer to downhill or cross-country ski, snowboard, snowshoe, or go sledding or ice skating, North Tahoe is the place for every winter activity.

At Squaw Valley, after conquering the slopes, go tubing with the kids or try out the mini snowmobiles at SnoVentures Activity Zone. There are dogsledding tours too!

Year round, the Village at Squaw Valley offers dining, shopping, the Squaw Valley Aerial Tram, and a variety of activities.

In the summer, ride the Aerial Tram to High Camp then choose a scenic trail and walk or hike in one of the most breathtaking places in the world! At 8,200 feet elevation, admire the beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains with views of Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley's legendary granite peaks. In the Aerial Tram building lobby, kids and grownups can have a blast climbing the variety of routes on the 30’ simulated Headwall Climbing Wall. If you dare, learn how to do a front or back somersault at Skyjump; all ages are welcome.

NOTE: Carnelian Woods Amenities: Hot Tubs are Typically open daily in summer and winter, Saturdays only in spring and fall. Pool and Tennis open summer only. Amenity access never guaranteed. Please check website for availability: carnelianwoodsorg

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Carnelian Bay

Located in Carnelian Woods, a neighbourhood in Carnelian Bay, this holiday home is in the mountains. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park and Sand Harbor. North Shore Parasail and Kings Beach Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Map
Carnelian Bay, California

What's nearby

  • North Tahoe Marina - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kings Beach State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cal Neva Casino - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Northstar California Resort - 24 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 25 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lodge at Big Springs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gar Woods - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whitecaps Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grid Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood: 1 BR, 1.5 BA Townhouse in Carnelian Bay, Sleeps 4 located?

Located in Carnelian Woods, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Agate Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of North Tahoe Marina and Moon Dunes Beach. Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Lovely Tahoe Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect rental for our family. Our kiddo loved having the loft to himself. If you love extra soft beds, this is the place for you.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family of 4

Very clean and had everything we needed. Our kids loved having their own area in the loft, and the surrounding outdoor area was perfect for snow play.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Works Well as Efficient Unit

Overall very good quality for the price. Positives: Very Efficient floor plan; Well equipped modern kitchen; 3 TVs; Loft Sofa bed works well if you need add two people; very quiet; good shower.Negatives: Tiny bedroom and closet; Uneven heat distribution...bedroom hot family room is cold; Bed mattress is uncomfortable; no dining table eat at bar only.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tahoe Weekend

Great Carnelian Bay location. Quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice and clean place

We are happy with our stay and absolutely will rent the place again for every year skiing season.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Love this unit. Great location. Very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake Tahoe location

We visited Carnelian Woods for a ski vacation. The property is located close to the highway that connects to the roads to the resorts. Also a quick walk across the street and you are at the lake's edge. Our stay was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meghan W., South San Francisco

Great cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

We had a wonderful vacation; the place was great

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very happy with everythingn

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Get-away

Property was fine but could use new fitted sheets and the sliding door is very hard to move. 10 am is an early time to check out when on vacation. The BBQ takes up too much room on the small deck. It could probably be removed since you can't use it. Just some thoughts, otherwise our stay was quiet, beautiful blue sky and close to lots of sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kamille O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Basics Please?

We enjoyed our stay, for the most part it was pleasant. We grilled a steak one night and the kitchen didn't have the basics, like salt and pepper, or any seasonings. Many VRBO's we've stayed in had at least the basic necessities to cook..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Flip & Burn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and clean

The kitchen was very well equipped! Besides bed that is where I spent most of my time after getting back from the mountain. Bed was comfortable. The biggest issue is the hot water tank depleted very quickly. 5 min of hot shower and the temperature drops quickly after that. If you had a family all needing a shower they would need to space their showers out. Other than that it was a nice place. I would also point out that it is not as close to the lake as it seemed like it would be. Its a good 1/4 mi walk and across the street to lakefront. Evenstill i would stay here again. It was the best price available for the amenities i could find.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

barbie C.

It’s ok. Better than a hotel.

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Check in was a disaster. Texted to get in early by2 hours. No response. Then at 4pm, Condo wasn’t cleaned yet. Then cleaners cleaned in under 30 minutes. Which was quick but I worried it wasn’t though Enough w covid. Then something smelled and smoked when I used the oven.I cleaned the oven myself. Pots and pans ,utensils were old and difficult to cook with.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Brent K.

Cabin 15

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was not happy about several things. Both of the sinks’ drains would not close. This is a problem for a contact lens wearer. They were both broken and should be in working order. The TV in the bedroom did not work. Someone should have checked that before our stay. There were extra pillows in the closet but no pillowcases to put on them, making their use impossible. The bedroom was far too dark, and one of the lamps was not working. I expected a better experience in this stay.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dillon H.

Great place to spend our anniversary

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great! My wife and I were here for our 5 year anniversary we were close to Tahoe City to go out on Friday and have some fun then Uber back. Would definitely​start here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bob O.

Carnelian Bay Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A trip to hike and bike around Tahoe. Perfect location, clean and smooth rental process. Only downside was no AC but cooler temps at night helped. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Cozy townhouse

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cozy setting as indicated in pictures. Kitchen is well stocked. Plenty of extra blankets & pillows. One thing to be aware of is the uphill walk from parking lot is rough and uneven and could be an issue for those with mobility problems. We enjoyed our stay and it was just minutes from the wedding we were attending.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tim b.

Great condo.. great location!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family of 4 had a great time at this condo. It is in a great location... close to the lake and local activities but far enough from the traffic and busy areas of the lake. Everything was great for our stay... just lost 1 star for a lumpy mattress, but other than that... we had a great stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Wonderful!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was in town for a 100 mile trail race and needed somewhere for me and my support crew to stay before, during and after the race. In total there were five adults. The location was good for what I needed - only about twenty minutes to the main access point (Diamond Peak) and cheaper than Incline Village. The lake was a very close walk! And I hear the hot tubs were great. Sadly, they close the hot tubs on Sunday and Monday so I wasn’t able to enjoy them post race - one reason I was excited to stay here, so be aware of that if that’s what you’re looking for. The place itself was quite nice. The second bedroom is actually a spacious upstairs loft with a queen bed for two and a smaller twin/full size bed. The downstairs bedroom is private with a very cozy king bed. We all went to bed around noon the same time so the second bedroom behind an open loft wasn’t really an issue. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. All in all I would recommend it!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Cabin #15

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time and can’t wait to book another stay cabin in #15!!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

Loved our stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay! The apt was incredibly cosy and easy to navigate. Location was great for skiing in Alpine Meadows and Palisades. We appreciated the clear instructions around check-in and check-out. Recommeend!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Julie C.

OK

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental is just that...OK. Despite some remodel, it's pretty dated. Which I can get past. But I can't get past a terrible mattress. Staying at this rental has convinced me to go back to hotels unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Driftwood Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great spot for our vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hard to find but worth the effort!

When I was on VRBO I had looked for Incline, Nevada and just assumed the condo we rented was in Incline,NV. Drove all around completely confused. Finally looked at my confirmation and saw that our rental was at Carnelian Bay, California. Once we found it it was almost time to check in. I hadn’t been to Lake Tahoe since 2010 so a lot has changed since then.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Cozy home, comfortable beds

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although the condo was a bit smaller and darker than I'd expected, it certainly is very comfortable and well appointed. We all slept very well on the two king beds, and the kitchen had more tools and dishware than we'd expected - updated appliances helped us to prepare our own meals. We did have one issue with the stovetop, which I think still needs to be repaired, but I was able to get in touch with an on-call service rep pretty quickly. Overall we had a very restful experience here! Good quality location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests